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Completed weddings and roora celebrations shown with approved photographs, verified planning details and clear context about Caronai's role.

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Completed event case studies

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Caronai Events project

Brendon & Naomi

Type
Roora celebration
Location
Harare, Zimbabwe
Date
5 September 2026
Caronai's role
Caronai Events coordinated the day from the family negotiations through to the celebration that followed.
Brendon and Naomi seated beneath the floral roora arch in HarareBrendon and Naomi in their roora attire in the garden in HarareBrendon kisses Naomi's hand during the roora ceremony in HarareClose-up of Naomi's engagement ring during the roora ceremony in Harare

Brief

Coordinate a traditional roora in Harare with the family negotiations, celebration, décor, photography and catering managed together.

Challenge

Keep the traditional proceedings respectful and clearly ordered while coordinating several suppliers and both families.

Outcome

Both families could focus on the celebration while Caronai managed the timeline, traditional elements and suppliers from setup to close.

Services coordinated

  • Family liaison
  • Décor coordination
  • Photography coordination
  • Catering coordination
  • Event-day timeline and flow

“Exceeded Every Expectation – Caronai Events! Planning a Roora comes with so many moving parts, but Caronai Events made it feel effortless. We had the privilege of working with them for our Roora on 5 September 2026, and looking back, we genuinely cannot imagine doing it without them. What set them apart was how they managed everything under one roof. They organised our decor, photography, and catering — three things that usually cause the most stress — and handled them all flawlessly. The decor was breathtaking and perfectly captured the tone we wanted. The photographers they brought in were professional and captured moments we will treasure forever. And the food? Our guests are still talking about it! Beyond the vendors, their coordination on the day was impeccable. They managed the timeline, directed the flow of events, and made sure every traditional element was honoured respectfully. We didn't have to worry about a single thing. Caronai Events didn't just plan our Roora — they executed it beautifully from start to finish. If you want a team that genuinely cares and delivers on every promise, look no further. Thank you for everything!”

Brendon & Naomi — Roora celebration · Harare, 5 September 2026
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Caronai Events project

Founder's Wedding — Caronai Showcase

Type
White wedding
Location
Harare, Zimbabwe
Date
2026
Caronai's role
Caronai Events coordinated the wedding day from bridal preparations to the last dance.
Tanaka and Natasha walking together after their garden wedding ceremony in HarareNatasha in her beaded ballgown and veil in the garden in HarareTanaka and Natasha dancing with their wedding party beneath cold sparks at their Harare receptionTanaka and Natasha with their bridesmaids in sage and groomsmen in black tie at their Harare wedding

Brief

A garden ceremony followed by a white, gold and sage reception with live entertainment and a full evening programme.

Outcome

The garden ceremony, reception, live saxophonist, cold sparks and evening programme were delivered as one coordinated day.

Services coordinated

  • Venue sourcing
  • Supplier coordination
  • Décor and reception styling
  • Entertainment coordination
  • Wedding-day timeline and guest flow
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Founder's pre-Caronai work

Nyasha & Simba — Roora

Type
Roora ceremony
Location
Harare, Zimbabwe
Date
26 April 2025
Caronai's role
Planned and coordinated by founder Tanaka before Caronai Events was established.

This work was completed by founder Tanaka before Caronai Events was established in August 2026. It is shown as founder experience, not as a Caronai company project.

Nyasha in beaded orange and Simba in beige at their roora ceremony in Harare — founder's pre-Caronai experience, planned and coordinated by TanakaNyasha and Simba seated beneath the roora arch in Harare — founder's pre-Caronai experience, planned and coordinated by TanakaNyasha and Simba greeting family during their roora in Harare — founder's pre-Caronai experience, planned and coordinated by TanakaRoora proceedings with both families gathered at home in Harare — founder's pre-Caronai experience, planned and coordinated by Tanaka

Brief

Plan and coordinate a traditional roora at home in Harare, with both families guided through a clear order of proceedings.

Challenge

Honour the cultural significance of the day while managing family liaison and logistics behind the scenes.

Outcome

Both families could remain present for the ceremony while the proceedings and logistics were managed from the first greeting to the final gift.

Services coordinated

  • Family liaison
  • Traditional programme planning
  • Logistics coordination
  • Event-day coordination

“We had the pleasure of working with Tanaka for our traditional Roora on 26 April 2025, and we could not be happier with how everything turned out. From the very beginning, the team handled the coordination with such grace and deep respect for tradition. They understood the cultural significance of the day and ensured every detail was honoured properly. Behind the scenes, they managed all the logistics so seamlessly that both our families could simply focus on the celebrations and the joining of our two families. Their communication was clear, their professionalism was unmatched, and their attention to detail was evident in everything they did. They took the stress off our shoulders completely, allowing us to be fully present in the moment. If you are planning a Roora and want a team that truly understands the importance of the occasion while executing flawlessly, we highly recommend Tanaka. Thank you for making our traditional ceremony so memorable!”

Simba & Nyasha — Roora ceremony · Harare, 26 April 2025
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Founder's pre-Caronai work

Nyasha & Simba — White wedding

Type
White wedding
Location
Harare, Zimbabwe
Date
27 September 2025
Caronai's role
Planned and coordinated by founder Tanaka before Caronai Events was established.

This work was completed by founder Tanaka before Caronai Events was established in August 2026. It is shown as founder experience, not as a Caronai company project.

Nyasha and Simba in the garden after their wedding ceremony in Harare — founder's pre-Caronai experience, planned and coordinated by TanakaNyasha and Simba during their wedding ceremony in Harare — founder's pre-Caronai experience, planned and coordinated by TanakaBridal party in black gowns and tuxedos under the floral chandelier — founder's pre-Caronai experience, planned and coordinated by TanakaGuests and family celebrating at Nyasha and Simba's Harare wedding reception — founder's pre-Caronai experience, planned and coordinated by Tanaka

Brief

Plan and coordinate a black-tie white wedding in Harare with a written schedule for every supplier, arrival and speech.

Challenge

Carry the couple's plans through months of preparation and manage every supplier and timeline through final breakdown.

Outcome

The couple could enjoy the day while the programme, suppliers and final pack-down were managed through to the last item.

Services coordinated

  • Supplier coordination
  • Wedding timeline
  • Bridal-party coordination
  • Reception flow
  • Post-event coordination

“After an amazing experience with our Roora in April, we knew we were in safe hands with Tanaka for our White Wedding on 27 September 2025 — and they exceeded every expectation. They worked with us for months leading up to the big day, helping us refine our vision and execute it to perfection. On the day itself, they were absolute rockstars. They coordinated every vendor, managed every timeline, and handled every tiny detail without breaking a sweat. We didn't have to worry about a single thing — we simply got to enjoy the best day of our lives. What truly stood out was their commitment even after the reception ended. They handled all the post-event coordination right until the very last item was packed away. That level of dedication is rare. If you want a team that actually shows up, manages the stress for you, and delivers excellence from start to finish, book with Tanaka. Thank you for making our wedding day everything we dreamed of and more!”

Simba & Nyasha — White wedding · Harare, 27 September 2025
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